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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1966
Page
2
The Lawrence Daily Journal World lists staff roles and contact details. Established in 1854 the paper operated at Sixth and New Hampshire Streets Lawrence Kansas with carrier and mail subscription rates for local and distant readers.
The Lawrence area suffers heavy elm losses this summer due to drought heat disease and worms. City and homeowners face costly removal. planners urge extensive replanting to restore the green landscape with thousands of new trees in coming years. Nurseries are urged to stock and prepare for a strong planting season.
The wedding of Luci Johnson prompts quips about beauty and married life. The humorist Henny Youngman is cited in a playful exchange questioning why many married women seem to wear hair curlers in public.
The United States keeps about six divisions in Europe at high readiness while European allies lag on contributions. McNamara warned of troop reductions unless Europe boosts defense, as Europe’s balance of payments suffers from offset shortfalls and questions of burden sharing linger.
The piece notes European anxiety as U S influence wanes and German power grows. It warns that Bonn may pursue nuclear arms, risking greater world tension. It urges Europe to meet commitments to ease U S economic strain and cautions that a balanced approach may not be achieved.
In one week President Johnson loses both labor and steel industry battles over inflation policy. The machinists union rejected a noninflationary airline wage settlement, while Inland Steel and 10 others raised prices despite White House pressure. Rising living costs, a 3.2 percent guideline strain, and growing business labor discontent mark a tough period for the Johnson administration.
In yesterday's primary Warren Shaw and George Docking were chosen as gubernatorial nominees for their parties. Don Hults won the state senate race by 10 votes, Odd Williams defeated incumbent Everett Sperry for the 11th District seat, and Dale Chappell beat Charles Edmondson for sheriff. Lawrence bond proposal for airport improvements passed by a very small margin.
Lord teaches a winning witness to faith and calls believers to walk as Jesus did. The prayer asks for a spirit like His and love like His in all relations, offered for His sake.
In Lowndes County Alabama sheriff Frank Ryals faces a likely defeat to a Black Panther party candidate amid political paralysis among whites who fear losing control. Black power reshapes race relations, threatens bi racial aims, and could push voters into a segregated power structure while NAACP leader Charles Evers pursues bi racial strategy elsewhere.
A reader questions why Lecompton bridge costs differ from Eudora's and asks if a four lane plan existed and why not shown. They query railroad right of way charges, Douglas County tax allocations for roads, and local political promises tied to highway board seats. The letter also defends beatniks encountered by the writer, emphasizing humility and daily spiritual education.
Dear readers note there is no special diet to prevent glaucoma. If symptoms like frequent urination occur diabetes testing is advised and sugars checked. Ear piercing safety: have a doctor perform it to minimize infection risk and ensure proper care.
A crowded gathering debates gun control measures and lobbying in Washington. Participants rail against registration and emphasize rights to buy firearms including rifles and hand grenades, while discussing public sentiment and political influence.
Inland Steel Co boosted sheet metal prices by 2 to 3 dollars a ton, followed by U S Steel and Bethlehem. The White House called the moves irresponsible and urged government discussion. The price rise adds about 90 million dollars yearly in extra costs to users, slightly raising costs for cars dryers refrigerators air conditioners and toasters.
City library adds multiple new titles including The Green Man by Henry Treece about Amieth a legendary Northern European hero in the fourth century. Other new books include The Hostages by Israel and Soldier's Revolt by Hans Hellmut Kirst, among various works across history, mystery, and travel themes.
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